Madame de Pompadour by Francois Boucher - 1758 - 212 × 164 cm Alte Pinakothek Madame de Pompadour by Francois Boucher - 1758 - 212 × 164 cm Alte Pinakothek

Madame de Pompadour

oil on canvas • 212 × 164 cm

  • Francois Boucher - 29 September 1703 - 30 May 1770 Francois Boucher

    1758

Madame de Pompadour was one of the most powerful kings' mistresses in the history of France. Not only beautiful, she was also smart. Her interests were varied and included arts, fashion, and literature. She was very supportive of many artists and writers Thanks to her, the new style Rococo spread. She met King Louis XV at a masked ball and became his lover till her death. She was responsible for the development of the manufactory of Sèvres, which became one of the most famous porcelain manufacturers in Europe. Additionally, she planned Place de la Concorde in Paris or Petit Trianon in Versaille. Smart woman.